Description

2 Seed Howe Cottages is a beautiful example of a successful cottage restoration within the traditional village of Staveley and now ticks all the boxes that our discerning guests have come to expect from our quality self catering home from homes. The village has thrived since its bypass several years ago and is a great place for a first or returning visit to the Lakes. The Kentmere Valley offers great walking opportunities for all abilities and those cyclists among you can even hire on a daily or weekly basis from Wheelbase, one of the UK’s leading specialists. Of course, the more popular resorts of Windermere, Bowness and Ambleside are well within reach either by car, Stagecoach Bus or rail, Staveley offering a regular service into Windermere, ideal for a day’s sightseeing. A fine wood burning stove sits proudly against the back drop of an ancient exposed wall here at 2 Seed Howe Cottages, the flagged floors and large exposed trusses, stripped and oiled to perfection reminders of a bygone era when the owner’s great grandparents lived in this unassuming mid terrace. Quality fixtures and fittings have been carefully chosen and placed to ensure your comfort, the outside spaces having been equally attended to by way of some lovely modern decking within a private patio area. We think you’ll agree, 2 Seed Howe Cottage really is a place where you and your loved ones can relax and unwind and spend some precious holiday time together.

Accommodation details

Ground floor

Property has a mix of under floor and electric heating and comprises: Entrance hall leading to...Bedroom 1: With single bed. Bedroom 2: With king size bed and en-suite with shower, wash basin and WC. Bedroom 3: With double bed. Shower room: With shower cubicle, wash basin and WC.

About the local area

Lake Windermere is perhaps the best know area in the Lake District and Windermere village itself is about 1km from the lake. The lake stretches from Waterhead, near Ambleside, to Lakeside at its narrow southern end, over 10 miles in length and the largest lake in England. Wooded slopes dotted with cottages and houses line its shores, while the water itself is usually busy with ferries and yachts.

Windermere is not as busy as it's near neighbour, Bowness-on-Windermere, but has its own charms and attractions. It has excellent amenities and a good selection of shops, restaurants and bars all within easy reach. The village has good public transport links with its own train station and bus routes.

Troutbeck Bridge lies to the north in between Windermere and Ambleside; handy for both but located just off the beaten track. Troutbeck Bridge has its own local amenities including a public swimming pool and a local pub. Between Troutbeck Bridge and the Low Wood Hotel lies Brockhole - The Lake District Visitor Centre. This has an adventure playground, exhibitions, cafe, shop and extensive grounds down to the lake and jetty.

Situated between Kendal and Windermere is the lovely village of Staveley which is often referred to as the Gateway to the Lakes. It mainly comprises of grey slate buildings which are nestled between the Rivers Kent and Gowan. It is ideally placed for exploring the rest of the Lake District and is only a few minutes away from the beautiful Kentmere valley.

Based in Windermere in the Lake District the 16 seater mini coaches offer Lake District tours which include scenic and cultural attractions. All drivers and guides are professionally qualified. Tel: 01539 442751

Overlooking the village of Coniston is the beautiful fell known as the `Old Man of Coniston'. A part of the Furness Fells, this summit is over 800 metres high and is interesting to the eye with evidence mining that was done here years ago.

Cookhouse galleries are a family run business which was first set up back in 1981 and is well known for its wide variety of artwork and photography from many different artists from the Lake District area.

Set in the middle of the National Park and in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside, Windermere Golf Club is popular with golfers of all ages and abilities. After an exciting game you can soak up the friendly atmosphere in the bar or enjoy the stunning scenery in the restaurant.

Step aboard the most popular boats in the Lake District! Relax and enjoy the stunning scenery on board then take a walk around the lake or visit one of the many attractions nearby. Well behaved dogs travel free. Tel: 01539 443360

Brockhole Visitors Centre

Located right on the shores of Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District Brockhole provides an excellent place to learn more about The Lakes in a stunning setting. The magnificent house is set in thirty two acres of landscaped gardens and grounds which stretch right to the shores of the lake. Here you can discover interactive exhibitions, adventure playground, a great gift shop and family caf�.

This impressive parish church was built in 1483 and comprises of an outstanding east window, statue of St Martin and marble reredos by Paley and Austin. The church is open to visitors on wednesdays and thursday mornings.